area51novel Chapter 496 Do whatever you want
Chapter 496 Do whatever you want
Zhang Jianjun drove slowly to Li Wanhua's clothing store on a busy commercial street. The black car stopped in front of the store, and the engine sound gradually died down, as if it was also waiting for the story to happen.
When Zhang Jianjun opened the car door and took that step, the sun shone on him, casting a golden glow on his figure. He straightened his collar, took a deep breath, and then walked into the store.
At this moment, the doorbell of the store rang crisply, and Li Wanhua, who was busy, looked up. When she saw that it was Zhang Jianjun, a flash of surprise flashed in her eyes, and the joy bloomed in her eyes like fireworks. With a bright smile on her face, she said excitedly: "You are here!" As she said that, she was like a happy little bird, holding Zhang Jianjun's hand and walking into the depths of the store impatiently.
Zhang Jianjun was a little nervous by her sudden action, and his heartbeat accelerated. He stammered, "Aren't you afraid of being seen? This is a public place after all. It would be bad if someone saw you."
Li Wanhua smiled softly, and the laughter was like a spring breeze blowing past her ears, gentle and moving. She blinked and said playfully, "Don't worry, I have asked all the employees to go home for the holiday. Now there are only two of us here, and no one will disturb us. You can put aside all your worries and do whatever you want~" After that, she also deliberately gave Zhang Jianjun a charming wink, which seemed to contain endless temptation, which made Zhang Jianjun's heart tighten suddenly and his cheeks flushed slightly.
Zhang Jianjun was somewhat at a loss for what to do in this sudden intimate atmosphere. He tried to calm himself down and kept his eyes on Li Wanhua's smiling face for a moment, trying to find a trace of rationality in her eyes. However, there was only tenderness and expectation in Li Wanhua's eyes, as if the whole world had stopped, leaving only the two of them.
"Wanhua, I..." Zhang Jianjun just opened his mouth, but he didn't know where to start. He knew very well that if his relationship with Li Wanhua was exposed in this small town, it would definitely cause an uproar. They each had their own families and identities, and such a secret meeting was undoubtedly on the verge of danger.
Li Wanhua seemed to see through his thoughts. She tiptoed gently, covered Zhang Jianjun's mouth with her fingers, and said gently but firmly: "Don't say those unhappy words. Today, let's forget all the troubles and just enjoy the time that belongs to us, okay?"
Zhang Jianjun looked at her, her bright eyes full of trust and desire, which made him unable to refuse. He nodded slowly, and the worries in his heart seemed to be temporarily dispelled by this tenderness.
Li Wanhua took him to a corner of the store, where there was an exquisite small round table and two chairs. Two cups of steaming coffee were already prepared on the table, emitting an alluring aroma. She motioned for Zhang Jianjun to sit down, and she sat down next to him, the two of them so close that they could feel each other's breath.
"This is the coffee I made for you personally, try it." Li Wanhua said as she handed one of the cups to Zhang Jianjun, her eyes full of anticipation.
Zhang Jianjun took the coffee and took a sip. The warm liquid slid down his throat, bringing a hint of sweetness and tranquility. He looked at Li Wanhua and smiled, "It's delicious. Your cooking skills are always so good."
Li Wanhua smiled even more brightly when she heard this, as if she had received the greatest compliment in the world. "As long as you like it, I will make it for you every day in the future." She said softly, her tone full of longing for the future.
The two sat quietly, enjoying this rare tranquility. The outside world was still noisy, but in this small space, time seemed to have been paused, with only each other's breathing and heartbeats intertwined, forming a melody that belonged only to them.
"Jianjun, do you know? Since I met you, my world has become different." Li Wanhua suddenly spoke, breaking the silence. Her voice was soft and sincere, with a barely perceptible tremor.
Zhang Jianjun turned his head and looked at her face tenderly, waiting for her next words.
"I began to look forward to every moment of meeting you. Even if it's just a few minutes, it makes me feel that life is full of colors. I know that such feelings should not exist, but I just can't control my heart." Li Wanhua said, her eyes slightly red, but then she showed a strong smile.
Zhang Jianjun reached out and gently held her hand, as if to give her strength. "Wanhua, me too. Every time I think of you, my heart is filled with warmth. But we both know that reality is cruel, and we all have our own responsibilities and constraints. We can only try to cherish every moment together and not let it leave any regrets."
Li Wanhua nodded, and the tears in her eyes finally fell and dripped onto their tightly clasped hands. She pulled her hands back, quickly wiped her tears with a tissue, and then smiled with relief. "You are right. We cannot change reality, but we can choose how to face it. Let us cherish the present and regard this time as the most precious gift in life."
Afterwards, the two stopped talking and just quietly enjoyed each other's company. Time became extremely precious at this moment, and every second was worth cherishing.
After an unknown amount of time, the street outside the store gradually became lively, and the voices of pedestrians and vehicles came into the store through the window. Zhang Jianjun looked at the time and sighed helplessly. "I should go, Wanhua. If I don't leave now, it might attract other people's attention."
Although Li Wanhua was reluctant, she also understood the situation. She nodded and forced a smile. "Okay, be careful on the road. Remember, no matter when and where, my heart will always be with you."
Zhang Jianjun stood up, looked at her deeply, and then slowly walked to the door. At the moment when he was about to open the door, Li Wanhua suddenly shouted, "Jianjun!"
He turned around and saw Li Wanhua taking out a beautiful photo album from behind the counter and quickly walked up to him. "This is what I prepared for you. It records every moment of our meetings. I hope it can accompany you on my behalf when you are not with me."
Zhang Jianjun took the photo album, which was heavy, as if it carried all the emotions and memories between the two. He hugged Li Wanhua tightly and whispered, "Thank you, Wanhua. I will keep it well."
After saying that, he resolutely turned around, opened the door of the store, and walked into the outside world. The black car was particularly eye-catching in the sunset. Zhang Jianjun sat in the driver's seat and started the engine. As the car slowly drove away, the reluctance and nostalgia gradually turned into a distant back, disappearing from sight.
After returning home, Zhang Jianjun sat alone in his study, flipping through the photo album, and browsing through the pages. Each photo carried their shared memories, and each smile seemed to travel through time and space, touching his heartstrings again. He took a deep breath, closed the album, and placed it in the most conspicuous place on the desk.